Oaks
Britishnoun
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a horse race for fillies held annually at Epsom since 1779: one of the classics of English flat racing
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any of various similar races
Etymology
Origin of Oaks
named after an estate near Epsom
Example Sentences
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Catcher, Carson Sheffer, Oaks Christian, Sr.: The Oklahoma State commit batted .440 with 14 doubles and five home runs while also showing off strong defensive skills.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
California’s top 3-year-old filly, McCarthy’s Meaning, will race Friday in the Grade 1 Acorn, getting a rematch against Always a Runner, who beat her in the Kentucky Oaks.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
Nick Five Oaks, who features quite prominently, has been out about two years and was able to fly to Aspen for the world premiere and be part of the Q&A panel.
From Slate • May 27, 2026
The board of the Sherman Oaks Homeowners Assn. was accustomed to regular meetings with the district council member, president Matt Epstein said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
Capitol Oaks, with a sign screwed into a low brick wall at the entrance, half covered by weeds.
From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez
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